TALENT, TAX INCENTIVES AND FIRST-CLASS INFRASTRUCTURE

The UK has some of the best acting talent and most experienced crews in the world. Together with a clear, firmly established system of tax incentives, diverse locations, state-of-the-art studios, post production, VFX and music facilities, it remains one of the most attractive global destinations to base your next production.

Film, High-End TV and Games Tax relief

The UK government is supportive of the film, TV and video games industries, the infrastructure is strong, production costs are globally competitive, buyout rules for performers are simple and working arrangements for crew can be flexible depending on the requirements of the production.

Film

Tax relief is available for British qualifying films by establishing UK nationality.

They must be intended for theatrical release and must have a minimum spend of 25% of the films total costs.

25% cash rebate on all qualifying expenditure

The amount claimed is only available for up to a maximum of 80% of a films “core” costs.

The Film Production Company (FPC) must be within the UK tax net and be responsible for the principal photography, post production and completion of the finished film.

High End Scripted Television

Tax relief is available for high end scripted television projects, with a minimum core expenditure of £1 million per broadcast hour, the TV Production Company (TPC) can claim a rebate of up to 25% of qualifying UK expenditure.

TV projects must either pass the Cultural Test or qualify as an official co-production.

TV projects must be intended for broadcast (including internet).

Must reach a minimum UK spend requirement of 25%

The amount claimed is only available for up to a maximum of 80% of total core expenditure or the actual UK core expenditure incurred.

Diverse locations

LOCATIONS IN ENGLAND

A network of national and regional screen agencies can assist domestic and international productions with location finding and negotiations, as well as connecting you with local crew, accommodation and other services. There are a host of diverse and amazing filming locations close to Pinewood and Shepperton Studios.